What’s on
See below for our full programme of events.
To make a booking
Booking is essential except where indicated. Please book online at the links below. If you have a query, call 01737 649068 or email events@gatton-park.org.uk.
Upcoming events
All events:
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 09 September
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Little Seeds Forest School - Block Booking Monday am or pm (September-October)
Monday 09 September - Monday 21 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: Each Peach Pear Plum
Friday 13 September
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Each Peach Pear Plum" by Allan and Janet Ahlberg with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 16 September
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: Little Red Riding Hood
Friday 20 September
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Little Red Riding Hood" with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...
Quiz Night with Ploughman's Supper
Saturday 21 September
6.30 pm - 10.00 pm
Test your general knowledge with a quiz in Gatton Hall's magnificent ballroom. A wide range of questions to suit all interests. This event is to raise funds for our latest restoration...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 23 September
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: The Very Busy Spider
Friday 27 September
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Very Busy Spider" by Eric Carle with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 30 September
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: Hairy McClary
Friday 04 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Hairy McClary" by Lynley Dodd with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Green Woodworking Course
Sunday 06 October
10.00 am - 2.00 pm
Try your hand at green woodworking in our woodland workshop. Make simple items such as hurdles, beetles (mallets) and dibbers using traditional tools and techniques. No previous experience necessary. Includes...
Apple Open Day
Sunday 06 October
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Discover Gatton Park Orchard in the walled garden. Apple juicing demonstrations. Children’s themed trails and activities. Tractor rides. Or simply enjoy the autumn colours in the fully open park and...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 07 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: The Smartest Giant in Town
Friday 11 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Smartest Giant in Town" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 14 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: The Giant Jam Sandwich
Friday 18 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Giant Jam Sandwich" by John Vernon Lord with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 21 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson
Friday 25 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “A Squash and a Squeeze" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Open Day - Halloween Wizards and Witches
Sunday 27 October
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Dare to join us for Halloween activities and a spooky trail around the grounds. Ideal for younger children. Spooky not scary! Gatton Hall tearoom open for refreshments. 12 noon –...
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 28 October
10.00 am - 3.30 pm
Join us in our Forest School area to explore Cedar Wood, make woodland crafts and enjoy a snack around the fire. For children aged 2+ years. Bookings available 10.00 am-12.00...
Trails and Tales: Meg and Mog - am or pm
Wednesday 30 October
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Meg and Mog" by Helen Nicoll and illustrated by Jan Pieńkowski with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft...
Autumn Colours Natural Art 4-7 years
Thursday 31 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Using natural materials from around the park to make amazing masterpieces. 10 am - 11.30 am
Trails and Tales: Meg and Mog - am or pm
Friday 01 November
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Meg and Mog" by Helen Nicoll and illustrated by Jan Pieńkowski with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft...
Make Your Own Terrarium
Sunday 03 November
11.00 am - 1.00 pm
Sometimes referred to as a 'garden under glass', terrariums are a beautiful addition to a home. Join Head Gardener Dan Ryan in making your own terrarium to take away. All...
Open Day
Sunday 03 November
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Enjoy 250 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown parkland, Edwardian gardens and refreshments in Gatton Hall Tea Room. There will be an opportunity to meet some of our volunteers and learn how...